ResponsibilitiesPreparation of an approved list of appropriate tree species for planting on public property;

Development of standards for planting, placement, pruning and maintenance of trees located on City property;

Recommend specific actions to be taken regarding problems with trees involving the Urban Forestry Ordinance. As part of this responsibility, committee members inspect right-of-way trees for which a request for a removal permit has been recieved. Inspections are made once a month;

The development of a comprehensive street tree inventory;

To provide, upon request, advice and consultation to the Mayor, City Council and City departments, on matters relating to trees.

Meeting Date:Third Friday of the month at 8:00 a.m. at City Hall in the Warner Room.